Drug interactions 101: What dentists and dental hygienists should know

Jan. 16, 2024
Being on the alert for how drugs interact with other drugs is an important part of keeping patients safe. But foods and supplements can interfere with some medications as well. Here's what you need to know.

Reviewing a patient’s medication list—and asking if they’ve taken their meds the day they’re in your chair—is an essential part of safe dental care. Now, let’s take it another step: drug interactions. And not just interactions with other drugs. In this episode of Medical History Mysteries, we’ll also address how foods and supplements can interfere with certain medications. Don’t miss this informative 101.

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Editor’s note: This article first appeared in Clinical Insights newsletter, a publication of the Endeavor Business Media Dental Group. Read more articles and subscribe.

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